The nurse is unable to palpate the dorsalis pedis pulse on an older adult client. What would be most appropriate for the nurse to do next?

A. Auscultating the area may not provide information about the dorsalis pedis pulse, which is a palpated pulse. B. Using Doppler ultrasonography is the most appropriate next step to locate the dorsalis pedis pulse if it cannot be palpated, as it provides a non-invasive way to detect blood flow. C. While documenting the absence of the pulse is necessary, it should be done after attempts to locate the pulse have been made. D. It is not immediately necessary to ask a provider to assess the pulse; the nurse can use Doppler ultrasonography first to gather more information.